What is the cheapest way to get from Carlow to Bunratty?

The cheapest way to get from Carlow to Bunratty is to bus via Dublin which costs €25 - €35 and takes 4h 25m.

What is the fastest way to get from Carlow to Bunratty?

The fastest way to get from Carlow to Bunratty is to drive which takes 1h 55m and costs €25 - €40.

Is there a direct bus between Carlow and Bunratty?

No, there is no direct bus from Carlow to Bunratty. However, there are services departing from Carlow Bus Stn and arriving at Bunratty via Red Cow Luas. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Carlow and Bunratty?

No, there is no direct train from Carlow to Bunratty. However, there are services departing from Carlow and arriving at Limerick via Kildare. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 6m.

How far is it from Carlow to Bunratty?

The distance between Carlow and Bunratty is 216 km. The road distance is 152.8 km.

How do I travel from Carlow to Bunratty without a car?

The best way to get from Carlow to Bunratty without a car is to train which takes 4h 6m and costs €29 - €45.

How long does it take to get from Carlow to Bunratty?

It takes approximately 4h 6m to get from Carlow to Bunratty, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Carlow to Bunratty bus from?

Carlow to Bunratty bus services, operated by J.J.Kavanagh & Sons, depart from Carlow Bus Stn station.

Where do I catch the Carlow to Bunratty train from?

Carlow to Bunratty train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), depart from Carlow station.

Train or bus from Carlow to Bunratty?

The best way to get from Carlow to Bunratty is to train which takes 4h 6m and costs €29 - €45. Alternatively, you can bus via Dublin, which costs €25 - €35 and takes 4h 25m.

Where does the Carlow to Bunratty bus arrive?

Carlow to Bunratty bus services, operated by J.J.Kavanagh & Sons, arrive at Red Cow Luas station.

Where does the Carlow to Bunratty train arrive?

Carlow to Bunratty train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Kildare station.

Can I drive from Carlow to Bunratty?

Yes, the driving distance between Carlow to Bunratty is 153 km. It takes approximately 1h 55m to drive from Carlow to Bunratty.

Where can I stay near Bunratty?

There are 184+ hotels available in Bunratty.

Carlow to Bunratty - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Carlow to Bunratty by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Carlow to Kildaretrain Re / ...
2. Take the train from Kildare to Limericktrain Re
4h 6m
€30–43
Bus via Dublin
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Carlow Bus Stn to Red Cow Luasbus 736 / ...
2. Take the bus from Red Cow Luas to Bunrattybus 300
4h 25m
€25–35
Drive 152.8 km
1. Drive from Carlow to Bunrattycar 152.8 km
1h 55m
€26–38
Bus
1. Take the bus from Carlow Fairgreen to Piltownbus 487
2. Take the bus from Piltown to Limerick Colbertbus 55
6h 33m
€34–48

Carlow to Bunratty by train and bus

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4h 6mAverage Duration

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Distance: 216.1 km
Duration: 4h 6m

What companies run services between Carlow, Ireland and Bunratty, Ireland?

You can take a train from Carlow to Bunratty via Kildare, Limerick, and Limerick Colbert in around 4h 6m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Carlow Bus Stn to Bunratty via Red Cow Luas in around 4h 25m.

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